baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent CA-2515417-C (CA)
Title: Display processing system and method
Inventor: WHATMOUGH KENNETH J
IPC: G06T11/00
Filed: 2004-02-11
Granted: 2009-04-28
Abstract: A computer implemented method of processing image pixel data corresponding to an image pixel comprises determining if the image pixel is opaque or transparent. If the image pixel is determined to be opaque, a pixel color value from a first set of image pixel data is determined. If the image pixel is determined to be transparent, a transparency value from a second set of the image pixel data and a pixel color value from a third set of the image pixel data is determined. The second and third sets of the image pixel data are subsets of the first set of image pixel data.
Patent CA-2518424-C (CA)
Title: Iron-based sintered alloy having excellent machinability
Inventor: KAWASE KINYA
IPC: B22F1/00
Filed: 2004-03-10
Granted: 2012-08-21
Abstract: This iron-based sintered alloy contains 0.05 to 3% by mass of calcium carbonate or 0.05 to 3% by mass of strontium carbonate. As a result, an iron-based sintered alloy having excellent machinability is obtained.
Patent CA-2518714-C (CA)
Inventor: SAUL SIMON JOSEPH PHILIP
IPC: C12P41/00
Filed: 2004-03-18
Granted: 2012-03-06
Abstract: A process for preparing a second compound stereo-selectively is described. The process comprises reacting a substrate comprising at least one first compound with a reagent in the presence of a biological catalyst and a solvent comprising at least one (hydro)fluorocarbon so as to convert a first compound into the second compound.
Patent CA-2520645-C (CA)
Inventor: YANG KAIYUAN
IPC: G01N33/58
Filed: 2004-03-03
Granted: 2013-07-02
Abstract: Hollow particles for use in various types of assay devices are provided. Due to their hollow or voided structure, the particles may exhibit a variety of beneficial properties. For instance, hollow particles are generally lightweight, and thus, relatively inexpensive in comparison to other types of particles. Hollow particles may also form a stable system without requiring refrigeration or rotation. In addition, hollow particles may possess enhanced light diffraction capabilities, which may be particularly beneficial in certain types of assay devices, e.g., diffraction-based assay devices.
Patent CA-2522444-C (CA)
Title: Cleaning and multifunctional coating composition containing an organosilane quaternary compound and hydrogen peroxide
Inventor: OHLHAUSEN HOWARD G
IPC: C09D4/00
Filed: 2004-09-21
Granted: 2009-03-10
Abstract: Cleaning and multifunctional coating compositions containing hydrogen peroxide and an organosilane quaternary compound in aqueous formulations are used to improve water and soil repellency and residual antimicrobial activity. Various surfaces may be treated including metal, glass, plastics, rubber, porcelain, ceramic, marble, granite, cement, tile, sand, silica, enameled appliances, polyurethane, polyester, polyacrilic, melamine/phenolic resins, polycarbonate, siliceous, painted surfaces, wood, and the like.
Patent CA-2525766-C (CA)
Inventor: LEENHOUTS CORNELIS JOHANNES
IPC: C07K14/315
Filed: 2004-05-17
Granted: 2016-06-28
Abstract: The invention relates to the field of biology, more specifically to the field of immunology and microbiology. The invention further relates to the field of vaccines against microbial infections and especially bacterial vaccines, in particular to pneumococcal vaccines. More in particular, the invention relates to means and methods to identify, select and isolate a vaccine component for passive and/or active immunisation against a microorganism that can be killed by opsonophagocytic cells. The invention relates to a method to identify an opsonophagocytosis inducing antigen as a vaccine component for immunisation against a microorganism. The invention describes three pneumococcal proteins SlrA, IgA1 proteinase, and PsaA, and their use as a vaccine component with or without PpmA. The invention also discloses the use of antibodies against said proteins for passive immunization and diagnosis.
Patent CA-2531863-C (CA)
Title: Determination de la position et de l'orientation angulaire de produits alimentaires
Inventor: BOTTEMILLER ROBERT L
IPC: G01N33/02
Filed: 2005-12-30
Granted: 2013-02-12
Abstract: Un système de mise en portion (10) comprend un scanneur (16) pour balayer une poitrine de poulet (14). Un dispositif coupant (18), un dispositif tranchant (20) et/ou un autre équipement peuvent être utilisés pour mettre en portion, couper ou autrement traiter la poitrine de poulet à partir d'un contrôle informatique (22). L'ordinateur utilise également l'information du scanneur pour déterminer la position et l'orientation angulaire de la poitrine de poulet par rapport à une ligne de référence en déterminant les lignes directionnelles correspondant aux attributs physiques de la poitrine de poulet. Une ligne directionnelle est en relation avec l'axe principal de la poitrine de poulet, déterminé à partir de l'axe de moindre inertie de la poitrine de poulet. Les autres lignes directionnelles peuvent correspondre à des emplacements de coches, projections, dépressions linéaires ou autres caractéristiques anatomiques physiques de la poitrine de poulet.
Patent CA-2531930-C (CA)
Inventor: CURLETT HARRY B
IPC: E21B10/38
Filed: 2001-09-13
Granted: 2008-10-28
Abstract: A method and system for drilling or cutting a subterranean well or formation (52) using a drilling rig (5), a drill string (55), a plurality of solid material impactors (100), a drilling fluid and a drill bit (60) is disclosed. This invention may have particular utility in drilling wells for the petroleum industry and for cutting formation in the mining and tunnel boring industries. In a preferred embodiment, a plurality of solid material impactors are introduced into the drilling fluid and pumped through the drill string and drill bit to impact the formation ahead of the bit. At the point of impact, a substantial portion by weight of the impactors may have sufficient energy to structurally alter, excavate, and/or fracture the impacted formation. The majority by weight of the plurality of solid material impactors may have a mean diameter of at least 0.100 inches, and may structurally alter the formation to a depth of at least twice the mean diameter of the particles comprising the impacted formation. Impactor mass and/or velocity may be selected to satisfy a mass-velocity relationship in the respective impactor sufficient to structurally alter the formation. Rotational, gravitational, kinetic and/or hydraulic energy available at the bit in each of the bit, the impactors and the fluid may thereby more efficiently effect the generation and removal of formation cuttings ahead of the bit.
Patent CA-2532849-C (CA)
Title: Support de guide-cable pour jauge de citerne guidee par cable
Inventor: THERIAULT DAN
IPC: G01F23/40
Filed: 2006-01-13
Granted: 2008-12-30
Abstract: Système de jauge de réservoir comprenant un flotteur, un câble, un indicateur et au moins un support de guidage de câble. Le flotteur est placé dans un réservoir contenant un liquide et se déplace avec ce liquide. Le câble relie le flotteur à l'indicateur placé à l'extérieur au moyen du support de guidage de câble afin d'indiquer le niveau du liquide dans le réservoir. Le support de guidage de câble comprend un corps comportant deux ouvertures sur les côtés, ces ouvertures fusionnant pour former une seule cavité dans une partie supérieure du corps. Un rouleau placé dans la cavité, entre les deux ouvertures, peut tourner autour d'un axe transversal dans le sens des mouvements du câble. La longueur axiale du rouleau est prédéterminée et essentiellement supérieure à la largeur de chacune des ouvertures. Ainsi, le câble reste en contact avec le rouleau lorsqu'il passe par les ouvertures. Le câble ne peut donc pas tomber du rouleau, ce qui réduit au minimum les coinçages.
Patent CA-2534430-C (CA)
Inventor: FEI LIN
IPC: A61K8/81
Filed: 2004-08-13
Granted: 2013-01-08
Abstract: A stable, nonaqueous liquid tooth whitening composition comprised of an anhydrous peroxide compound dispersed in an orally acceptable mixture of an anhydrous hydrophilic polymer and an adhesion enhancer which composition when applied topically to tooth surfaces forms an adherent layer containing the peroxide compound which peroxide compound is thereafter is released from the layer to effect tooth whitening.
Patent CA-2534712-C (CA)
Inventor: HORLEY SUSAN MARY
IPC: C09D5/18
Filed: 2004-07-30
Granted: 2009-07-07
Abstract: A halogen-free fire retardant coating composition comprising film forming polymer, inorganic fire retardant material characterised in that the fire retardant material comprises a combination of fire retardant filler particles and a metal stannate and/or a metal hydroxy stannate wherein the overall PVC  of the composition is from 75 to 97%.
Patent CA-2541122-C (CA)
Title: Gas-fired portable unvented infrared heater
Inventor: VANDRAK BRIAN S
IPC: F24H1/06
Filed: 2004-09-30
Granted: 2012-01-03
Abstract: A portable heater (A) adapted for use in a recreational enclosure or temporary work enclosure includes a housing (10) having an air inlet (40) on the lower front face. A gas supply (50) is at least partially enclosed by the housing which provides propane to the mouth (64) of a burner venturi (60) located within the housing. Air is drawn through the air inlet and also enters the mouth of the burner venturi. The air and gas are mixed thoroughly as they travel upwardly through the burner venturi. A chimney effect increases fresh air flow velocity into the burner venturi and allows the heater to operate at a reduced fuel gas pressure. Upon exiting the burner venturi, the air/gas mixture is to a plenum (72) and radiant surface (70) where combustion takes place.
Patent CA-2541228-C (CA)
Title: Methode et systeme pour compenser l'impedance externe d'une composante porteuse d'energie aux fins de la commande d'un generateur electrochirurgical
Inventor: BEHNKE ROBERT
IPC: A61B18/12
Filed: 2006-03-29
Granted: 2015-06-16
Abstract: Système de commande doté dun module de commande et conçu pour être utilisé avec un générateur électrochirurgical ou qui achemine de lénergie électrochirurgicale vers des tissus. Le module comprend un processeur qui exécute un algorithme. Lalgorithme comporte les étapes suivantes : déterminer une valeur de tension détectée correspondant à un signal de tension détectée émis par le générateur électrochirurgical et déterminer une valeur de courant détectée correspondant à un signal de courant détecté émis par le générateur électrochirurgical. De plus, lalgorithme comporte les étapes suivantes : déterminer linformation de phase correspondant à un changement de phase entre le signal de tension et le signal de courant et déterminer une caractéristique en lien avec lénergie électrochirurgicale acheminée vers le tissu à laide de linformation de phase, de la valeur de tension détectée et de la valeur de courant détectée.
Patent CA-2544720-C (CA)
Title: The use of urocanic acid being able to acidify the cell cytoplasm and for preventing or halting cellular proliferation in a person
Inventor: LEINO LASSE
IPC: A61K31/415
Filed: 2004-11-26
Granted: 2012-01-03
Abstract: This invention relates to the use of urocanic acid or another pharmaceutically acceptable agent being able to acidify the cell cytoplasm, for the manufacture of a pharmaceutical composition useful for causing inhibition or halting of transformed or non-transformed cell proliferation in a person or an animal, wherein an effective amount of said agent is administered in an essentially non-dissociated form to the person or animal. This invention also concerns the use of said agent as an enhancer for other therapeutically active agents. The invention also concerns a pharmaceutical composition.
Patent CA-2545528-C (CA)
Title: Method and system for transferring wireless transmit/receive unit-specific information
Inventor: TERRY STEPHEN E
IPC: H04W8/24
Filed: 2004-11-09
Granted: 2010-09-21
Abstract: The present invention is related to a method and system for transferring wireless transmit/receive unit (WTRU)-specific information to support enhanced uplink (EU) operation in a wireless communication system. A radio network controller (RNC) obtains WTRU-specific information, and transfers the WTRU-specific information to the Node-Bs. Each Node-B is configured to schedule uplink transmissions from a WTRU and utilizes the WTRU-specific information in operation of EU transmissions.
Patent CA-2549616-C (CA)
Title: Systeme et methode de traitement des messages composes par un utilisateur
Inventor: BROWN MICHAEL K
IPC: H04M1/72436
Filed: 2006-06-05
Granted: 2010-02-23
Abstract: Système et méthode de traitement de messages composés par un utilisateur d'un dispositif informatique (p. ex., un dispositif mobile). L'invention porte sur des modes de réalisation dans lesquels l'exécution de certaines tâches est initiée avant que le système reçoive une directive de la part de l'utilisateur pour envoyer un message composé par celui-ci. Cela pourrait inclure, par exemple, la « lecture anticipée » de données liées à la sécurité qui seront nécessaires pour envoyer un message en cours de rédaction par l'utilisateur en toute sécurité. De telles données pourraient englober, par exemple, des données relatives à des politiques en matière de sécurité, à des certificats et/ou à des états de certificat.
Patent CA-2550264-C (CA)
Title: Method and device for detecting feline immunodeficiency virus
Inventor: GROAT RANDALL G
IPC: C07K14/15
Filed: 2004-12-17
Granted: 2011-06-28
Abstract: A method and device for determining a feline immunodeficiency virus infection or vaccination in an animal. The method includes contacting a biological sample from a felid with various FIV polypeptides and determining the binding of antibodies in the sample of the polypeptides. The determination of whether an animal is infected with FIV or has been vaccinated against FIV can be determined by measuring the animal~s immune response to an FIV env polypeptide. A device for detecting FIV antibodies is provided.
Patent CA-2550855-C (CA)
Inventor: SIDDIQUI UZAIR
IPC: G16H20/17
Filed: 2004-12-15
Granted: 2013-03-26
Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for medical monitoring physiological characteristic values such as blood glucose levels for the treatment of diabetes, are presented. The apparatuses and methods provide advanced alarm and reminder functions, as well as advanced data presentation tools to further facilitate convenient and efficient management of various physiological conditions. For example, an alarm repeat delay can be used to prevent redundant alarms for a specified period and an alarm snooze function can be used to prevent alarms generally for a specified period.
Patent CA-2553825-C (CA)
Inventor: SZOKE STEFAN JOSEPH
IPC: F16G11/12
Filed: 2005-02-08
Granted: 2012-03-27
Abstract: A coupling (10) to attach a stainless steel cable (11) to a post (12).  Typically the post (12) would be formed of timber. The coupling (10) includes a threaded member (14) that is inserted in the post (12), the member (14) having a head (15). Rotatably engaged by the head (15) is a sleeve (20) that is internally threaded and threadably receives a shaft (23). The shaft (23) has fixed to it the cable (11).
Patent CA-2559980-C (CA)
Inventor: SATURNIO CHRISTOPHER
IPC: A41D19/01
Filed: 2005-03-18
Granted: 2013-06-11
Abstract: A hand covering comprises a shell and a hood. The hood of the hand covering is selectively disposable in multiple configurations. In one configuration, the hood can be disposed so that it covers part of the finger portion. In another configuration, the hood can be disposed so that it does not cover the finger portion and the entire finger portion is exposed. In one embodiment, the hand covering includes a movement mechanism that can be manipulated to move the hood relative to the shell.
Patent CA-2560218-C (CA)
Inventor: MIDDLEMISS STEWART N
IPC: B01J3/06
Filed: 2006-09-20
Granted: 2014-07-08
Abstract: Thermally stable diamond-bonded compacts include a diamond-bonded body having a thermally stable region extending a distance below a diamond-bonded body surface. The thermally stable region comprises a matrix first phase of bonded together diamond crystals, and a second phase interposed within the matrix phase. At least some population of the second phase comprises a reaction product formed between an infiltrant material and the diamond crystals at high pressure/high temperature conditions. The diamond bonded body further includes a polycrystalline diamond region that extends a depth from the thermally stable region and has a microstructure comprising a polycrystalline diamond matrix phase and a catalyst material disposed within interstitial regions of the matrix phase. The compact includes a substrate attached to the diamond-bonded body.
Patent CA-2560976-C (CA)
Inventor: BJOERK ANDERS
IPC: A01J/
Filed: 2005-03-17
Granted: 2014-01-07
Abstract: A method for milking animals in a milking station (9) including a milking machine (14) for milking said animals, and a first feeding device (21) for feeding said animals intermittently or continuously with feed, is disclosed, the method comprising the steps of allowing a milking animal to enter the milking station (9); feeding the milking animal in the milking station intermittently or continuously with feed by means of the first feeding device (21); and milking the milking animal in the milking station (9) by means of the milking machine (14). According to the present invention, the feeding of the milking animal is terminated at a non-final stage of the milking in order to secure that the milking animal has terminated to consume the feed when the milking is finished.
Patent CA-2565760-C (CA)
Title: Rupturable opening for sealed container
Inventor: HEWITT STEPHEN J
IPC: B31B50/25
Filed: 2005-05-17
Granted: 2012-11-06
Abstract: A container formed from a paperboard laminate (10) and including a rupturable opening for gaining access to the contents of the container, the opening being defined by an embossment pattern (28) in a wall of the container. The embossment defines a weakened area which includes the layers of the laminate, but without destruction or deterioration of selected ones of the barrier/sealing layers (18, 19) of the laminate. A method is disclosed.
Patent CA-2567935-C (CA)
Title: Aminopyridine derivatives as selective dopamine d3 agonists
Inventor: MILLER DUNCAN CHARLES
IPC: A61P25/00
Filed: 2005-05-17
Granted: 2009-10-27
Abstract: The present invention provides for compounds of formula (I) which are a class of dopamine agonists, more particularly a class of agonists that are selective for D3 over D2. These compounds are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of sexual dysfunction, for example female sexual dysfunction (FSD), in particular female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD), hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD; lack of interest in sex), female orgasmic disorder (FOD; inability to achieve orgasm); and male sexual dysfunction, in particular male erectile dysfunction (MED). Male sexual dysfunction as referred to herein is meant to include ejaculatory disorders such as premature ejaculation, anorgasmia (inability to achieve orgasm) or desire disorders such as hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD; lack of interest in sex). These compounds are also useful in treating neuropsychiatric disorders and neurodegenerative disorders.
Patent CA-2568871-C (CA)
Inventor: RADEWAGEN CHRISTIAN
IPC: B61G7/14
Filed: 2006-03-30
Granted: 2012-10-16
Abstract: The invention specifies a central buffer coupling for rail-mounted vehicles having a coupling shaft (1) and a drawgear (2) comprising a bearing bracket (4), whereby the rear end (3) of the coupling shaft (1) is connected to the drawgear (2) and coupled to the car body of the rail vehicle via the bearing bracket (4) of the drawgear (2) so as to be horizontally pivotable, characterized in that the drawgear (2) comprises a shock absorber (5, 8), wherein said shock absorber (5, 8) is configured such that upon the exceeding of a definable critical impact force being transmitted through the coupling shaft (1) to the drawgear (2), the connection between the drawgear (2) and the coupling shaft (1) is disengaged and the coupling shaft (1) is at least partially removed from the power flow transmitted to the drawgear (2).
Patent CA-2569195-C (CA)
Inventor: CLOSSEN-VON LANKEN SCHULZ MICHAEL
IPC: G01N29/22
Filed: 2005-05-12
Granted: 2013-12-24
Abstract: The invention relates to a method and a measuring and evaluation device (21) for determining defects in a turbine blade (7) and to a fixing device (14) for fixing a probe (18) to a turbine blade surface (13).
Patent CA-2569431-C (CA)
Inventor: ORTIZ MARK S
IPC: A61B18/14
Filed: 2006-11-28
Granted: 2015-05-19
Abstract: Various methods and devices are provided for surgically treating tissue. In one embodiment, the device can include a shaft having proximal and distal ends and a conductive tip disposed within the distal end of the shaft and movable between a first and second position. In the first position, the conductive tip is disconnected from a conductive contact which is adapted to communicate with an energy source. In the second position, the conductive tip is in contact with the conductive contact such that energy can be delivered from an energy source through the conductive contact to the conductive tip. The conductive tip can have a variety of shapes and sizes, but in one exemplary embodiment, the conductive tip is a blunt tip. The conductive contact can include at least one lead extending therefrom and adapted to communicate with an energy source.
Patent CA-2570821-C (CA)
Inventor: CURTIS NICHOLAS J
IPC: A62B17/04
Filed: 1998-10-08
Granted: 2009-09-22
Abstract: A firefighting garment including: an outer shell of abrasion, flame and heat resistant material selected from a group consisting of an aramid material, a blend of aramid materials, PBI material, and a blend of aramid and PBI materials; a thermal liner, positioned within the outer shell and including a batting of needlepunch or nonwoven aramid material, or a blend of such aramid materials stitched to a first face cloth layer of aramid material, a knit collar and arms having knit wristlets; and a second face cloth layer of aramid material, positioned within the thermal liner; where the material of the outer shell, the thermal liner including the collar and wristlets, and the second face cloth layer are all treated with a durable, water repellant finish. The firefighting garment is relatively thin and lightweight, thereby minimizing the bulk and reducing the hobbling effect, and reducing the material costs of the garment.
Patent CA-2580147-C (CA)
Inventor: HARANO FUMIKI
IPC: A61K8/00
Filed: 2005-09-21
Granted: 2013-01-22
Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a composition for preventing or improving pigmentation that can effectively prevent or improve pigmentation. Used as such a composition for preventing or improving pigmentation is a composition comprising a combination of at least one member (A) selected from the group consisting of adenosine 5'-monophosphates and salts thereof; and at least one member (B) selected from the group consisting of arbutins, ellagic acid, 4--alkylresorcinols, linolic acid, tranexamic acid, salts thereof, chamomile extracts, and ubiquinones.
Patent CA-2585541-C (CA)
Title: Appareil et procede de fabrication de nickel de grande purete
Inventor: CURLOOK WALTER
IPC: C22B23/06
Filed: 2007-04-20
Granted: 2016-08-02
Abstract: Un procédé amélioré de réduction dune composition doxyde métallique mixte doxydes de nickel, de cobalt, de cuivre et de fer dans une atmosphère dhydrogène pour produire un mélange des métaux respectifs, lamélioration dans laquelle latmosphère comprend en outre de la vapeur deau à une concentration, à une température et à un moment pour toucher la réduction sélective des oxydes de cobalt de nickel-cobalt et de cuivre par rapport à loxyde de fer pour produire le mélange métallique avec un taux réduit de fer métallique par rapport aux nickel, cobalt et cuivre métalliques.